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Nasdaq-listed fitness company plans to raise $500 million for FET crypto treasury
The fitness company aims to enhance its digital asset portfolio by securing $500 million, beginning with a $55 million injection from investors to purchase FET tokens for its crypt...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin traders stay cautious amid ‘disbelief’ near all-time highs while leveraged Ethereum bets sur...
Investors in digital currencies are exercising restraint as Ethereum-related leveraged positions increase, reflecting market uncertainty before key inflation reports that could inf...
Read Full Article →Ethereum Foundation outlines key security challenges facing the network in new report
The Ethereum Foundation's recent report highlights six critical areas, such as user experience and smart contracts, emphasizing their importance in safeguarding the network's subst...
Read Full Article →Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal steps up as Polygon Foundation CEO, unveils strategic shift in pr...
Sandeep Nailwal’s new leadership role signals a strategic reallocation of resources toward enhancing Polygon's Agglayer and PoS networks, potentially impacting the foundation's fin...
Read Full Article →Circle’s IPO underscores need for a diversified crypto portfolio, says Bitwise CIO
Circle’s recent public offering emphasizes the importance of balancing investments between various digital currencies and related financial instruments, according to Bitwise’s chie...
Read Full Article →FTX estate adds Payoneer as third distributor alongside Kraken and BitGo
The inclusion of Payoneer as an additional distributor expands the channels through which FTX’s estate can efficiently allocate more than $5 billion to its former clients following...
Read Full Article →XRP Ledger devs plan sidechain launch in Q2 for Ethereum compatibility
The introduction of an EVM sidechain by XRP Ledger in the upcoming quarter could potentially enhance its network interoperability, impacting transaction efficiency and attracting n...
Read Full Article →Ethereum derivatives top bitcoin with $110B daily volume as US ETFs, DeFi fuel momentum
The surge in daily trading volume for Ethereum derivatives reflects growing investor interest driven by increased spot ETF investments, expanding decentralized finance activities,...
Read Full Article →Peter Thiel-backed crypto exchange Bullish files for US IPO: FT
The crypto trading platform associated with Peter Thiel has submitted paperwork to offer shares publicly in the United States, marking a significant step toward accessing new capit...
Read Full Article →Connecticut enacts law banning state crypto reserves, investments
The recent legislation prevents government entities in Connecticut from allocating public funds to digital currencies, potentially impacting future budgetary strategies and investm...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin miner IREN unveils proposed $450 million convertible notes offering
IREN’s plan to raise $450 million through convertible notes aims to enhance its financial flexibility, partly by engaging in capped call and prepaid forward transactions to manage...
Read Full Article →Quintenz says CFTC will need more funding if tasked with broader crypto oversight
If the CFTC's responsibilities expand to include increased cryptocurrency regulation, the agency will likely require additional financial resources to effectively manage the broade...
Read Full Article →Solana ETFs could see approval in four months as SEC requests updated filings: report
The potential approval of Solana ETFs within a few months could attract new investment opportunities and influence market dynamics in the cryptocurrency and exchange-traded fund se...
Read Full Article →Leading DEX aggregated 1inch unveils new ‘Pathfinder’ algorithm for improved swap rates
The updated algorithm developed by 1inch Labs aims to enhance transaction efficiency by optimizing price routes, potentially lowering costs and improving execution speed for decent...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Uphold explores IPO after Circle success, Guggenheim taps XRP Ledger in RWA push, and mor...
Uphold’s consideration of an initial public offering highlights growing investor interest, while Guggenheim’s utilization of the XRP Ledger demonstrates increased adoption of block...
Read Full Article →House Agriculture Committee votes to advance crypto market structure bill
The committee's approval marks a key step toward establishing regulatory frameworks that could impact cryptocurrency trading, investment practices, and overall market stability in...
Read Full Article →Trump-backed American Bitcoin mining firm acquires first $23 million worth of BTC
The recent acquisition of 215 Bitcoin by the Trump-supported mining company marks a notable investment, reflecting significant financial commitment within the cryptocurrency sector...
Read Full Article →Guggenheim taps Ripple’s XRP Ledger to offer tokenized commercial paper in RWA push: report
Guggenheim’s adoption of Ripple’s XRP Ledger enables the issuance of digitized commercial paper, highlighting increased institutional interest in blockchain-based real-world asset...
Read Full Article →Crypto security startup Hypernative raises $40 million in Series B financing
The Tel Aviv-based firm specializing in digital asset protection secured $40 million from investors including Ten Eleven and Ballistic Ventures to support its growth and developmen...
Read Full Article →The State of Crypto: The Future of Money is Here and It’s Only Just Begun
The report highlights emerging trends and investment opportunities in digital currencies, underscoring their growing impact on global financial systems and market dynamics.
Read Full Article →60% of Fortune 500 firms working on blockchain initiatives, SMB adoption rising: Coinbase
A growing number of large corporations and smaller enterprises are investing in blockchain technology to improve financial processes and enhance operational efficiency across vario...
Read Full Article →US spot Bitcoin ETFs set to hit $1 trillion cumulative trading volume milestone in less than 18 mont...
Since their introduction, US spot Bitcoin ETFs have rapidly accumulated substantial trading activity, largely driven by BlackRock's IBIT product, which currently controls a signifi...
Read Full Article →Japan’s SBI says it invested $50 million in Circle during IPO
Tokyo-based SBI Group contributed $50 million to Circle, the company behind the USDC stablecoin, shortly after Circle's $1.1 billion market debut on the New York Stock Exchange.
Read Full Article →Bitcoin Core devs merge controversial OP_RETURN policy change into planned October release
The upcoming October release of Bitcoin Core, version 30, includes a memo policy modification that may impact transaction processing and fees within the network's financial infrast...
Read Full Article →French bank Societe Generale to launch US dollar-pegged stablecoin on Ethereum and Solana
Societe Generale’s introduction of a dollar-backed digital token aims to expand traditional banking into blockchain technology, potentially enhancing cross-border transactions and...
Read Full Article →Trump’s CFTC pick Quintenz pledges clear crypto classification in written remarks for Senate hearing
Quintenz’s background in crypto policy suggests that his approach could influence regulatory clarity, potentially affecting investment strategies and market stability within the di...
Read Full Article →Nasdaq-listed Siebert Financial plans to raise up to $100 million for crypto and AI investments
Siebert Financial, traded on Nasdaq, intends to secure as much as $100 million in funding to support its investment strategies focused on artificial intelligence technologies and d...
Read Full Article →South Korean lawmaker proposes stablecoin licensing regime in new comprehensive crypto bill
The proposed legislation aims to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins, potentially enhancing market stability and fostering growth within South Korea’s digital currency...
Read Full Article →New York resident allegedly launders $530 million from Russia into U.S. using crypto firm as ‘covert...
A New York resident faces charges for reportedly transferring $530 million from Russia into the United States through a cryptocurrency company, highlighting potential vulnerabiliti...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Ethereum’s critical inflection point, Strategy’s $110 million bitcoin buy, and more
Recent developments, including a substantial bitcoin acquisition valued at $110 million and pivotal changes in Ethereum’s market trajectory, highlight important shifts in the crypt...
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